Best of Lima and Cusco – South America

Upon arrival at Jorge Chávez International Airport, you will be welcomed and transferred to your hotel in Lima. After check-in, the rest of the evening is free for you to relax after your international journey. You may choose to unwind at the hotel or explore nearby areas at your own pace. Enjoy a leisurely evening preparing for the exciting days ahead.

• After breakfast, you will be transferred from your hotel to Jorge Chávez International Airport for your onward domestic flight to Cusco (airfare on your own).
• Upon arrival at Alejandro Velasco Astete Cusco International Airport, meet your driver and transfer to your hotel for check-in and some time to freshen up and acclimatize to the altitude.
• In the afternoon (around 1:30 PM), begin your Cusco City Tour & Four Ruins Half-Day Tour. The tour includes a visit to the historic Cusco Cathedral, located in the main square, followed by the impressive Qorikancha, an important Inca temple later transformed into a colonial convent.
• Continue outside the city to explore the remarkable Inca archaeological sites of Sacsayhuamán, Qenqo, Puka Pukara, and Tambomachay. These sites showcase incredible Inca stonework, ceremonial spaces, and ancient water systems. The tour lasts approximately 5 hours before returning to your hotel.

• Your day begins very early with pick-up from the designated meeting point between 4:00 – 4:30 AM. You will travel through the Sacred Valley to the train station, where you will board the panoramic PeruRail Vistadome Train. The scenic journey offers spectacular views of mountains, rivers, and lush cloud forests.
• Upon arrival in Aguas Calientes, you will take a short bus ride up the mountain to the legendary Machu Picchu, one of the UNESCO World Heritage Sites and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.
• Enjoy a guided tour through the citadel, exploring its terraces, temples, plazas, and remarkable stone structures while learning about the fascinating history and engineering of the Inca civilization. After the visit, return to Aguas Calientes and board the train back toward Cusco. Arrival back at your hotel will be late in the evening. Total tour duration is approximately 15 hours.

• After an early breakfast, you will be picked up around 5:00 – 5:30 AM for a full-day excursion to the stunning Sacred Valley of the Incas.
• Your first stop is the charming town of Pisac, known for its vibrant traditional market and impressive hilltop ruins. Here you can explore local handicrafts, textiles, and souvenirs while enjoying beautiful views of the valley.
• Continue through the fertile Sacred Valley landscapes to Ollantaytambo, an ancient Inca town that still preserves its original stone streets and architecture. Visit the impressive Ollantaytambo Archaeological Site, a massive fortress and ceremonial center featuring terraces, temples, and panoramic views of the valley.
• Throughout the journey, enjoy breathtaking mountain scenery, traditional villages, and insight into the agricultural traditions of the region. The tour lasts approximately 12 hours, after which you will return to your hotel in Cusco.